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EN 474-1 :2006+A3:2013 (E)
NS-EN 474-1 :2006+A3:2013
5.3.2.1 0 Inner lighting
The cab shall be fitted with a fixed inner lighting system and be able to function with the engine at a stop, to
make it possible to illuminate the operator's station and to read the operation manual in darkness.
5.3.3 Roll-over protective structures (ROPS)
5.3.3.1
General
Earth-moving machinery shall be equipped with a roll-over protective structure (ROPS). The ROPS shall
comply with
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EN ISO 3471:2008
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5.3.3.2
ROPS for derivative machinery
For derivative machinery, the ROPS shall be designed taking into account the operating mass
(see ISO 6016:1998) of the derivative machinery in the heaviest configuration as specified by the
manufacturer.
5.3.4 Falling-object protective structures (FOPS)
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Earth-moving machinery above 15 kW shall be fitted with a falling-object protective structure (FOPS),
when they are intended for applications where there is a risk of falling objects.
NOTE 1 The following machines are normally not used for applications with a risk of falling objects: scrapers, pipe-
layers, trenchers and landfill compactors.
If FOPS is fitted it shall comply with EN ISO 3449:2008. For machines not covered by EN ISO 3449:2008 the
corresponding protection shall be provided when they are intended for applications where there is a risk of
falling objects.
NOTE
2
For excavators, see EN
474-5:2006+A1:2009
and EN
474-12:2006+A1 :2008.
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5.3.5 Elevating operator's station
See Annex D.
5.3.6 Replacement of operator protective structure
In case any part of the protective structure (e.g. ROPS, TOPS, FOPS) is affected by a plastic deformation
and/or rupture (e.g. by roll-over, tip-over or object impact), the protective structure has to be replaced
according to manufacturer's specifications. See also 7.2.
5.4 Seats
5.4.1 Operator's seat
5.4.1.1
General requirement
Machinery with provision for a seated operator shall be fitted with an adjustable seat that supports the
operator in a position, which allows the operator to control the machine under intended operating conditions.
5.4.1.2
Dimensions
The seat dimensions shall comply with ISO 11112:1995.
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